Theatre Jacksonville announces its 106th consecutive season, which opens with Henrik Ibsen’s A Doll’s House for the Classic in San Marco. Shows range from the beloved Barefoot in the Park to two more uproarious comedies to intimate theatrical portraits of WWII sweethearts and famed songwriter Stephen Sondheim.

The 106th season is as follows:
Classic in San Marco:
¨     A Doll’s House by Henrik Ibsen, opening September 12 – Winner of three Drama Desk awards and nominated for six Tonys, this celebrated play explores the ways that society restricts individuals, especially women. Amy Herzog’s contemporary version makes the story relevant and thrilling.
Mainstage Productions:
¨     Barefoot in the Park by Neil Simon, opening November 7 – This ticklish comedy follows a newlywed couple, nearly exact opposites, from a quick honeymoon through a visit from her loopy mother and a dinner where everything that can go wrong does.
¨     Packing Up Polly by Leslie Kimbell, opening January 16 – Polly Porter, a famous 1970s gospel singer, has gone on up to heaven – but there’s one surprise for her daughter Caroline: Polly was an extreme hoarder. Many laughs, screams and tears ensue as Caroline and her three best friends attempt to pack up the house.
¨     Ken Ludwig’s Dear Jack, Dear Louise by Ken Ludwig, opening February 27 – Two strangers meet by letter during WWII and fall in love, as Tony Award-winning playwright Ludwig tells the story of his parents’ heartwarming courtship.
¨     Play On by Rick Abbot, opening April 17 – This comedy of a play within a play is a zany love letter to community theater, as a theater group tries and fails while a haughty author keeps revising the script.
¨     Sondheim on Sondheim with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, conceived and directed by James Lapine, opening June 5 – The genius songwriter Stephen Sondheim is celebrated with his own songs amid a framework of exclusive and in-depth video interviews.

            “We have a very interesting season for our audiences, with lots of laughs, thought-provoking themes and touching tributes to real life people. We also spotlight some great writers and artists who are household names, including Henrik Ibsen, Neil Simon and Stephen Sondheim” said Executive Director Sarah Boone. “Theatre Jacksonville is firm in its commitment to the arts and knows that exposure to great theater makes us better human beings and communities. With decreasing funding for arts and humanities, the support of our patrons is more important than ever for us to remain one of the oldest continually running playhouses in the country. Memberships and season subscriptions are available now as a way for you to show your support for theater in Jacksonville.”

    Ticket packages are available at three levels:
·      All-Access Memberships include tickets for the entire Theatre Jacksonville season, including Mainstage productions, the Classic in San Marco and all Extra productions.
·      Season Subscriptions include one ticket to each of the five Mainstage productions. Tickets will be extra for the Classic in San Marco and other special productions.
·      Single tickets are offered on a show-by-show basis and will be $31 each.     

Prices are as follows:          
All-Access Membership
Before June 1 Early Bird:
Individual Adult Member (18-59 years old): $150
Individual Senior/Military Member (60+ or military ID): $130
After May 31:
Individual Adult Member (18-59 years old): $170
Individual Senior/Military Member (60+ or military ID): $150
All individual memberships receive one complimentary All-Access Pass that includes all Theatre Jacksonville season productions including The Classic in San Marco and Seasons Extra. Additional show tickets will cost $22, as available.

Season Subscription
Before June 1 Early Bird:
Individual Adult Member (18-59 years old): $120
Individual Senior/Military Member (60+ or military ID): $100
After May 31:
Individual Adult Member (18-59 years old): $140
Individual Senior/Military Member (60+ or military ID): $120
All individual subscriptions receive one complimentary ticket for each of the five Theatre Jacksonville Mainstage productions (does not include the Classic in San Marco and Season Extras). Additional show tickets will cost $25, as available.

For more information about the 106th season lineup or ticket packages, visit http://www.theatrejax.com.  

Monthly on the third Saturday of the month, starting from Jan 20, 2024,  11 am to 3 pm.  Arlington’s century-old Norman Studios, now a museum dedicated to silent film history, is ready for public tours after major renovations.

The former silent film studio opened in 1916 is now a National Historic Landmark. Admission is free.

Third Thursdays
5-8 p.m.
Southbank Riverwalk

You are invited to stroll the stunning Southbank Riverwalk the third Thursday of every month.  Enjoy live music, food vendors, bars and a picnic area – all with a picturesque sunset backdrop.